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What is the cheapest car hire agency in San José?
The cheapest car hire in San José are generally found through GREEN MOTION . When booking with GREEN MOTION , you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as £7/day. The average price to hire a car in San José is £9/day.
What car hire company in San José has the most locations?
Sunnycars has the most locations of any car hire company in San José, with 8 locations.
What car do most people hire in San José?
Most momondo users will hire the Suzuki Jimny in San José, though hiring the Toyota Rush is a popular second choice according to our data. If you’re interested in hiring the Suzuki Jimny, prices are £24 per day on average. Some users have found Suzuki Jimny hire deals in San José for as low as £11 per day. Toyota Rush hire in San José is £36 per day on average, with some of the cheapest deals at £19 per day.
San José, San José Province car hire deals found on momondo
Find the car hire in San José that's right for you
Small cars
£17 - £50
All Car Types
£21 - £65
The average price of a small car hire in San José, Costa Rica is £29. The cheapest time to hire a small car in San José, Costa Rica is in October. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just £17 per day. A small car rental is typically 22% less expensive than the average rental car in San José. The average price of a car hire in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San José small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in San José, Costa Rica is £35. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in San José, Costa Rica is in September. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just £17 per day. A medium car rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in San José. The average price of a car hire in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San José medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in San José, Costa Rica is £54. The cheapest time to hire a large car in San José, Costa Rica is in September. The price is 43% lower than the rest of the year at just £31 per day. A large car rental is typically 32% more expensive than the average rental car in San José. The average price of a car hire in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in San José, Costa Rica is £36. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in San José, Costa Rica is in September. The price is 46% lower than the rest of the year at just £20 per day. A SUV rental is typically 0% less expensive than the average rental car in San José. The average price of a car hire in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San José SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in San José, Costa Rica is £67. The cheapest time to hire a van in San José, Costa Rica is in September. The price is 44% lower than the rest of the year at just £38 per day. A van rental is typically 45% more expensive than the average rental car in San José. The average price of a car hire in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a pickup truck hire in San José, Costa Rica is £48. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in San José, Costa Rica is in October. The price is 56% lower than the rest of the year at just £22 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 25% more expensive than the average rental car in San José. The average price of a car hire in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a luxury car hire in San José, Costa Rica is £73. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in San José, Costa Rica is in June. The price is 51% lower than the rest of the year at just £36 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 50% more expensive than the average rental car in San José. The average price of a car hire in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
It wasn't Europcar but Priveless rental. Your website said the rental agency was in the terminal, but it was 20 minutes away in heavy traffic. The car was old, worn and a bit dirty. You should never say the car rental is in the terminal when it's so far away. Also there were huge hidden charges that weren't disclosed on the rental listing. The people at the rental agency, however, were nice, but that wasn't enough to make up for the gross inconvenience and the 5-year old car that wasn't the greatest.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
I was an hour late due to my plane being delayed and they cancelled my reservation and gave the car to someone else. Had to pay 1000 more.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
Reservation was canceled and I was not notified
2.0
Poor|Nov 2022
I did not end up using europcar in Costa Rica as they try an charge you an outrageous amount for insurance (no refundable $500) even though I already purchased insurance abd the car prior for $120 total. Working on getting my refund back , better off renting from the locale
2.0
Poor|Aug 2022
Awful experience. Reserved rate wasn’t honored at all. Tried to charge me 5x as much at the counter with a multiple thousand dollar “deposit”. Had to walk away. Would never try to rent from them in Costa Rica again.
6.0
Okay|Jun 2022
I canceled my rental car. The people, QEEQ.com, returned my money immediately. I bought the zero deductible insurance from the same web page and the money wasn't returned for the rental. I phoned Alliance and they said that they were putting in a request for the return of my money but I haven't received it as yet.
The staff were able to answer all of my questions quickly, whether over the phone or through their online messaging system. Make sure to ask about SLI, aka car insurance, as there are different options and it can be somewhat expensive. Overall, I had a great experience and will be returning to Dollar car rental the next time I'm in Costa Rica!
We had rental vehicles for 3 month stay in CR. Initially rented a small 4WD vehicle for wife and me, then traded for larger 4WD when 3 more family members arrived. Staff at main office made exchange smooth. Subsequently had some issues with the battery-controlled key device (for locking/unlocking doors), but office staff provided a replacement immediately and without question. While we never really needed 4WD (even while fording couple of shallow streams), high clearance was helpful on poorly maintained dirt roads. Whatsapp communication on several occasions with Jorge, my primary contact in main office, was quick and efficient. Senior agent provided his direct phone number to facilitate future rentals if we return. I strongly recommend this organization.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2022
Great customer service and no issues with the reservation. The front desk gave us an overview of Costa Rican traffic laws and helped us select the best insurance. They even gave us some other travel tips we used throughout our vacation! Will definitely use them again!
2.0
Poor|Jan 2022
They added an obligatory insurance that doubled the price!
3.9
Poor|Sept 2021
I purchased car insurance when I booked the rental and upon arrival I was notified that the Allianz insurance I purchased is not valid in Costa Rica and I had to purchase insurance directly there which added an additional $225 to our rental. Kayak shouldn’t offer car insurance if it’s not accepted in that country.
Customer service was great. They didn't try to scam me with hidden fees or falsehoods about coverage. Another in my group rented through enterprise and they tried to make him pay all sorts of extras that aren't required (we rented in San Jose). I also had some car issues on the way back and they were helpful and understanding.
4.0
Mediocre|May 2023
The ad never said that the insurance fee Is the doble of the rental. And the servir provide by the budget employee was unpolite and bad.
8.0
Very Good|Apr 2023
Felt sort of corralled into the upgrade I got. Booked a 7p 4x4 online and was told in person it was only 2WD. Was then told the Land Cruiser I got was the only one left on the lot. 3 hours later my brother in law got a Land Cruiser and was told it was the last one on the lot.
4.0
Mediocre|Mar 2023
Budget in Costa Rica, our flight was delayed so we called the 1800 number where an automated message told us that 'if your flight is delayed, not to worry they have the flight info and will hold on to your car, even if they don't have the flight number we hold your vehicle for 24hrs' So that was a relief until we got to the Budget booth in the airport where they told us they didn't have our car and that we should have let them know. I told them we called and heard the message and they responded with 'oh you didn't call the Costa Rica line' They ended up having a car we could use but it was a larger more expensive SUV and needed 'a better insurance package' so we had to pay more than we 'budgeted' for. Use another car rental place in Costa Rica there's lots to choose from.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
Additional insurance charges; vehicle was in poor condiition; very long check in process
2.0
Poor|Aug 2022
The manager at Budget Rental Car (San José, Costa Rica) explained that what I was purchasing was an added option for their highest, “full protection”. I bumped the front driver side plastic bumper. No accident. No other persons involved. I put chased full protection. I bumped the front driver side plastic bumper. No accident. No police needed. No other persons involved. And now I have to pay $300 US Dollars for a person not writing a report about it until this moment (2 days after.) Nothing changed, just when the report was written down. As one who works in real estate, I know an added fee when I see one. This is an added penalty fee without justification. I am requesting a refund of the added administrative charge. I purchased the full protective warranty, so I knew I was covered. Except that I wasn’t/am not. Choose a different company.
Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in San José
Most Popular Agency
MEXRENTACAR
Popular Car Types
SUV, Economy, Compact
Cheapest Hire Car
£17
Most Popular Model
Suzuki Jimny
The most popular San José car hire agency found on momondo this month is MEXRENTACAR . Other top choices for car hire companies are Hertz and keddy by Europcar
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in San José in the past 72 hours: SUV, Economy, Compact.
The lowest price for a car hire in San José is £17/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from £32/day.
The most popular car model to hire in San José in the past 7 days is the Suzuki Jimny. Our users also prefer the Toyota Rush as an alternative.
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in San José so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much will it cost to hire a car in San José, Costa Rica in August?
£27 is the cost of a weekend car hire in San José for August, with cheap deals starting as low as £18. Users looking for a one-week hire in San José for August saw an average deal of £23 - but quotes as low as £11 were available depending on dates and car options.
Is there a fee to cancel my San José, Costa Rica car hire?
Every car hire company in San José has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in San José include Economy Rent a Car, Europcar, and National, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.
What is the best type of car to hire in San José during August?
A Standard is the ideal car to hire when visiting San José in August. On average, San José receives 300 mm of precipitation and temperatures hover around 21 °C during the month of August. These conditions are well-suited for a Standard size car, which can easily handle a bit of rain and even hold up well when temperatures fall. Hiring a Standard in San José will cost you £61/day on average.
What is the speed limit in San José, Costa Rica?
The speed limit in San José is 25 mph, unless otherwise stated on road signs. San José also has a suburban speed limit of 40 mph which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a motorway in San José, be aware that the speed limit is generally 65 mph.
What car hire company has the Toyota Rush in San José?
Routes Car & Truck Rentals is the most popular car hire company in San José that has Toyota Rush hire. Toyota Rush hire in San José is around £17/day when hiring from Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
What is the weather like in San José, San José Province, Costa Rica in July?
During the month of July the average temperature in San José is 20 °C and the expected precipitation is 210 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in San José.
Is the weather in San José similar to the rest of San José Province?
If you’re looking for a San José hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of July it’s important to know that the rest of San José Province typically has a temperature of 20 °C and will usually expect 210 mm of precipitation.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in San José?
Prices for cars in San José were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in San José?
As of July 2025, there are 103 operators available to choose from for cars in San José.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in San José?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including San José. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in San José?
When renting a car in San José, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.
Travelling to a place near San José?
Hire a car at San José if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in San José?
Using momondo to book a car hire in San José could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car hire websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in San José?
momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in San José, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in San José with free cancellation?
Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car hire in San José which offer free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in San José on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in San José.
Can I find a car hire in San José which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in San José.
Can I search for car hire in San José with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, car hire deals in San José with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.
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